Microbiology Intern

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Intern located at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL. This individual will conduct experiments on using plasma activated water to cultivate mushrooms under International Space Station (ISS)- like conditions. The intern will work independently (with guidance from mentor) in the Plant Processing Area (PPA) to cultivate the mushrooms as well as in the Applied Chemistry Laboratory (ACL) to conduct research on the various Plasma Activated Water (PAW). This position generally functions in one or more of the following activities: Experiment materials preparation and set-up specific to the cultivation of mushrooms under varied conditions; microbiological sample processing and data collection; and report preparation. This position works with NASA Principle Investigator.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, FL

JOB STATUS: Part Time

TRAVEL: No

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High school diploma, with some college course/lab work in biology/microbiology preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Must be dependable and accountable.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail and record keeping.
• Ability to take direction and work independently with appropriate training.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and perform them satisfactorily.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation and set-up specific to the cultivations under varied conditions
• Microbiological sample processing and data collection
• Report preparation

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Access to Kennedy Space Center on site services including the Child Development Center, Fitness Center, Barbershop, NASA Exchanges, Credit Union and Kennedy Athletic, Recreation & Social (KARS) parks

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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